FAQ

Yes. Jefferson County Public Schools is responsible for providing educational content for students enrolled at the Mount View Detained School. Science, social studies, language arts, math, special education, and Life Skills are taught by licensed teachers. Teachers follow the Jeffco Bridge to Curriculum document and follow the Jefferson County Public Schools school calendar. Within each classroom, content teachers can have several different content courses ranging from grades 6-12.

Do residents get credit for work completed at Mount View?

Yes. All students completing a minimum of 2 days of school the Mount View Detained School will have a withdrawal grade calculated and forwarded to the students neighborhood school or next placement upon release.

If the Mount View Detained School student has primary enrollment status at another Jeffco School, is he/she allowed to complete work from their primary school while at Mount View?

Yes. Mount View Detained School administration works with the students primary enrolled school when appropriate to provide the most relevant work to help prevent gaps in the students academic progress.

What is the average length of stay for detained students at Mount View Youth Services Center Detained School?

The average length of stay for detained students at Mount View Youth Services Center is approximately 15 days.

How does a student become enrolled at Mount View Youth Services Center Detained School?

A student becomes enrolled at Mount View Youth Services Center Detained School when one of the 1st, 5th, or 16th Judicial District Courts finds a student has violated Colorado State Law or a valid court order which requires a detention stay.